About the Authors
Jesse White and Michael Polzin
Jesse White
Co-Author
Jesse White's journey from convicted felon to success. Proving that your past doesn't define your future—but your systems do. He learned that preparation beats inspiration, and rhythm beats chaos every single time. Today, Jesse brings a unique perspective on resilience, redemption, and the power of sustainable operations to help teams build businesses that don't require heroics.
Michael Polzin
Co-Author
Michael Polzin has spent 20+ years transforming operational chaos into sustainable rhythm. From small agencies to enterprise teams, he's seen what works, what doesn't, and why most business books miss the mark for teams of 5-50 people. Through Action Based Consulting, he helps business owners build operations that run without constant intervention.
The Story That Started Everything
"Jesse pulled me into a hallway after I'd made an insensitive comment. Instead of attacking, he said two words that changed our partnership forever: 'Explain more.'"
That moment became the foundation of our partnership and eventually, the 5P Framework. When preparation meets patience, when systems meet humanity, when structure meets flexibility. That's when businesses truly thrive.
About Run on Rhythm
Run on Rhythm is built on a simple truth: you don't need a bigger team to build a better business. You need a clearer rhythm—one your people can actually keep.
This book turns the 5P Framework Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance—into a practical, human playbook for small teams. Every chapter opens with a real scenario, then delivers the lesson through field notes, practical systems, and copy-ready tools.
"This book is meant to get coffee stains and sticky notes. Keep it on your desk. When you're about to hire someone, flip to Chapter 7 and copy the Role Scorecard. When you're staring at a mess and need to run a blameless review, Chapter 13 has the template."
For teams of 5-50 people who want to build sustainable operations without heroics, burnout, or consultants.
Dedicated to our families
Juanita, Javontae, Hazel, Chloé, Zoé (White)
and
Cassandra, Paige, Chandler, Oliver, "Tiabeanie Maria Beanine De La Rochambeau Dogwitz", and Sully-RIP
Our reason. Our why. Our strength.